HEARTY QUINOA WITH SAUTEED APPLES AND ALMONDS

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They suggest using a little curry powder to replace the cinnamon, i will be using both. Serve with chicken or pork Cooking light October : calories 258, fat 7.4 (sat 0.8), carb 42.4

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     Grains

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup quinoa, uncooked
2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
3/4 cup onion, chopped
3/4 cup carrot, finely diced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups low-sodium low-fat vegetable broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups granny smith apples, finely diced
3 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted
pepper

Steps:

  • Place quinoa in a fine sieve, place sieve in a large bowl. cover with water, using your hands, rub grains together for 30 secons. Rinse and drain. Repeat procedure twice. Drain well.
  • Heat 1 tsp olive oil in saucepan over medium high. Add onion, carrot and garlic. Sautee 5 minutes until tender and carrot starts to brown. Stir in broth, quinoa, salt and cinammon. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes until all liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat. Fluff with a fork, keep warm.
  • Heat remaining 1 tsp oil in a nonstick skillet over med high. Add apple to pan, saute 6 or 7 minutes until begins to brown. Add apple, almonds and pepper to quinoa, tossing to combine.

Juliana Nyambura
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's because I used Honeycrisp apples. Next time I'll try using a tarter apple, like a Granny Smith.


SEPORT CHENNAI
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook quinoa, and this recipe definitely didn't disappoint. It was easy to make and the flavors were amazing.


Peterson James
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This was a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I would definitely make it again.


Babita Dev
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I thought this dish was just okay. The quinoa was a bit bland and the apples were too sweet.


Willie Pelissier
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Loved this recipe! The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the apples and almonds added a nice touch.


Aamar Jutt
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This was a great healthy meal. I'll definitely be making it again.


T_O_I_L_E_T R_A_M_E_N
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out delicious! I would definitely recommend it.


Waji Khan
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I'm not a huge fan of quinoa, but I really enjoyed this dish. The apples and almonds really helped to balance out the quinoa's flavor.


Ali Akram
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This was a great recipe! I made it exactly as written, and it turned out perfectly. The quinoa was fluffy and flavorful, and the apples and almonds added a nice crunch.


Sajjad Ahmod
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's because I used Honeycrisp apples. Next time I'll try using a tarter apple, like a Granny Smith.


Mohammed Adamu
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I've made this quinoa dish several times now, and it's always a hit. My family loves the sweet and savory flavors, and it's a great way to get them to eat their fruits and veggies.


Amrin Hafsa
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This quinoa dish was an absolute delight! The combination of sweet apples, crunchy almonds, and savory quinoa was simply irresistible. I loved how easy it was to make, and it was a great way to use up some leftover quinoa.


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